A few K1 questions (Merged threads)

[Boiler 45,585]

A lot of this depends on the Consulate, you mention ESTA so I doubt you have too much to worry about.

 

I think my letter was one sentence. None was interested in looking at more that a photo of both of us.

[wildbug100420 115]

35 minutes ago, Mixel96 said:

Hey, 

i collected some questions regarding the K1 process as information differs in some ways across the internet.

 

 Proof of relationship:

Is it appropriate to include booking conf., boarding passes, 1-3 photos and maybe screenshot of a text message for each occasion where my fiancée visited me in Germany ?

She visited 4 times in the past 2 years and we also had two vacations. So that would already be quite a lot documentation I feel like, maybe too much?

 

Title Page proof of evidence:

In the K1 Guide it says to include a single page that has a brief description of the last meeting (same text as in Form I129f) and a list with all the evidence provided. On the  website of a law firm it says to include a declaration letter that goes more into a detailed description of the relationship, the sample there is about 1 page long.
 

 Does someone have an opinion on that ? 

 

Documents to include

- I-95 travel record: Is just this one page that you can download, or is there more to it ?

 

- My last attempt to enter the U.S. was refused (ESTA), hence my I-95 says “UNKNOWN” for “Stay permitted until”. Should I put this in the box on the I129f?

 

-Should I include my passport (beneficiary)? So far we included the front page and my US visa page with the stamps

-Should I include sth like a transcript from the school I went to as an exchange student in the US?

 

If someone takes the time to reply to this, I would be really happy :))

 

thank you!

Michael

Only include what is asked on the 129f form. Beneficiary passport not required. It only asks for last visit to USA and if applicable the details of entry if currently in USA. Text messages are weak evidence 

[Mixel96 12]

1 hour ago, wildbug100420 said:

Only include what is asked on the 129f form. Beneficiary passport not required. It only asks for last visit to USA and if applicable the details of entry if currently in USA. Text messages are weak evidence 

Makes sense. I just don’t know if I should include my last actual visit where I stayed for a semester aboard in 2021, or where I was refused admission at POE while traveling with ESTA. I should go with the most recent entry on the I-95 probably, which would be the refused admission one?

[Boiler 45,585]

You never entered

[Mixel96 12]

4 hours ago, Boiler said:

You never entered

This is what my I-95 says. Shouldn’t I put that exact information into the I129 form as well then ?

[Redro 4,611]

13 hours ago, Mixel96 said:

This is what my I-95 says. Shouldn’t I put that exact information into the I129 form as well then ?

What happened when you attempted to enter the U.S.? Were you allowed to withdraw your application or did you have to go through a different process? 
ETA You only fill out the details of last entry if you are CURRENTLY in the U.S. 

As you are outside the US ignore this section. 

Edited February 28 by Redro

[powerpuff 6,715]

Related threads have been merged. Please confine all further K1 questions to this thread only.

 

Mod Hat off:

If you’re referring to the section in I-129f where it’s asking you for the I-94 stuff, if you’re not currently in the US, you do not fill out that section.

 

[Mixel96 12]

4 hours ago, Redro said:

What happened when you attempted to enter the U.S.? Were you allowed to withdraw your application or did you have to go through a different process? 
ETA You only fill out the details of last entry if you are CURRENTLY in the U.S. 

As you are outside the US ignore this section. 

It was a refused admission, no removal or anything. 
you sure I can ignore the whole section? I saw a YouTube video guiding through the I129 says to fill out regardless.. 

So I leave it completely blank and don’t even put the I-94 record number or my passport number ?

 

3 hours ago, powerpuff said:

Related threads have been merged. Please confine all further K1 questions to this thread only.

 

Mod Hat off:

If you’re referring to the section in I-129f where it’s asking you for the I-94 stuff, if you’re not currently in the US, you do not fill out that section.

 

Ok, so 38a. - 38h. stays blank? 

[Redro 4,611]

Just now, Mixel96 said:

It was a refused admission, no removal or anything. 
you sure I can ignore the whole section? I saw a YouTube video guiding through the I129 says to fill out regardless.. 

So I leave it completely blank and don’t even put the I-94 record number or my passport number ?

 

Ok, so 38a. - 38h. stays blank? 

YES! Read the instructions again. 
IF YOUR BENEFICIARY IS CURRENTLY IN THE USA COMPLETE 38a- 38h 

[Family 4,015]

12 minutes ago, Redro said:

YES! Read the instructions again. 
IF YOUR BENEFICIARY IS CURRENTLY IN THE USA COMPLETE 38a- 38h 

May I add, go slow and double check your entries for errors or typos. Example in your post you repeatedly refer to I-94 as I-95

[Mixel96 12]

Hey guys,

Got another quick question- do you think it’s possible with my history to get a Tourist visa to attend my fiancees graduation in may? The K1 will already be filed by then. 

[Redro 4,611]

1 minute ago, Mixel96 said:

Hey guys,

Got another quick question- do you think it’s possible with my history to get a Tourist visa to attend my fiancees graduation in may? The K1 will already be filed by then. 

Will likely be denied. But, no harm in applying if money is not an issue. 

[User1993 2]

On 2/26/2024 at 2:32 AM, OldUser said:

Starting April, you'd have to pay $3005 of adjusment of status fees when she enters the US on K-1 visa and you marry. That's in addition to whatever fees you're filing now for I-129F and embassy.

 

For spousal visa, you'd pay similar fees at the beginning and only $220 for green card when she enters the US.

 

The difference is give or take $2500, that's how more expensive K-1 is compared to spousal visa.

 

Plus with K-1 she'd be stuck in the US for 6-12 months not able to work or travel. Some EADs come fast, while others take 9 months or so.

 

Essentially, if she enters as a spouse, you'd pay fewer fees and she'd be able to start working within few weeks of entering. Even if it's a small part time job, it can make a big difference. Plus, when entering on spousal visa she can travel internationally next day if she desires, while with K-1 she may get stuck for 6-18 months until GC or advance parole shows up.

No, you are wrong on adjustment fee it’s $1440 now from $1140

 

[OldUser 6,775]

29 minutes ago, Martharobi said:

No, you are wrong on adjustment fee it’s $1440 now from $1140

 

$1440 is just I-485 fee. I never wish anybody waiting for GC without AP and EAD, that's rough considering processing times.

[Mixel96 12]

15 hours ago, OldUser said:

$1440 is just I-485 fee. I never wish anybody waiting for GC without AP and EAD, that's rough considering processing times.

What exactly do you mean by that ?:)